Republic of the Philippines
DepartmentofEducation
Region IV-ACALABARZON
CITY SCHOOLS DIVISION OF DASMARIÑAS
Philosophy in Life:
"Life’s goal is to keep growing, learning, and
becoming the best version of yourself. Take one step
at a time, believe in your dreams, and never give up."
Activity Title:
A Journey Through My Existence:A Philosophical Life
portfolio
John Kenneth S. Bañes
Name: ________________________
CSS-12A
Grade&Section: _______________
July 15, 2025
Date Submitted: ________________
Submitted to:Mr.Erwin L. Layaban, LPT
Subject Teacher
AnIndividualPerformance Output in the
PhilosophyoftheHuman Person (Quarter 1), SY: 2025-2026
Rating: ________
Table of Contents
Page Number
1. My Existence …………………………………………………….1
(Early life, Personal Identity)
An Existential and Metaphysical Approach
2.My Family and Relationships ...............................................2
(Social Bonds and Moral Values)
Ethics and Social Responsibility
3. My Environment and the World……………………………….3
(Nature, Home, Community)
PhilosophyofNature,Aesthetics
4.My Learning Journey……………………………………………4
(School, Knowledge, Discovery)
Epistemological, Rational and Empirical Approach
5. Doing Philosophy……………………………………………….5
(How I reflect and Question)
Socratic Method
6. The Value of Philosophy……………………………………….6
(Final Reflection)
Humanism,Existentialism, Pragmatism
Rubric for Scoring
1. MyExistence 1
(Early life, Personal Identity)
AnExistentialandMetaphysical Approach
Photo/s of your childhood or when you are still a baby.
Reflection:
This is my baby photo reminds me where I came from and
how much I grown not just in years, but in experiences,
thoughts, and dreams. I shows a version of me that was just
beginning to feel love, security, and curiosity about the
world. From that moment, my life started unfolding with
each smile, each question, each step. I changed a lot, and
I’m still changing but the true of who I am, the uniqueness
that began in that little face, has stayed with me. This picture
is proof of me that growth takes time, and every part of me
holds the quiet strength of that beginning.
2. MyFamilyandRelationships 2
(Social Bonds and Moral Values)
EthicsandSocialResponsibility
A photo with family of close friends
Reflection:
This is our family pictures from then to now, I see how much we've
grown together and how that helped shape me. Every hug, smile, and
even the difficult moments teach me what truly and being caring,
respect, being honest, and standing by each other. These lessons didn’t
come from my whole life, but from the little things like helping with
chores, listening when someone’s upset, or saying sorry after a
arguments. I learned that doing the right thing means being kind, fair,
and strong, even when it’s hard. And I carry that with me every day, at
home and outside. Our pictures show more than change they show love,
guidance, and the kind of person I try to be because of my family.
3. MyEnvironmentandtheWorld 3
(Nature, Home, Community)
PhilosophyofNature,Aesthetics
A picture of your surroundings(Home, Nature, Favorite place)
Reflection:
In this quiet place, nature helps me think about life and where I belong. The
trees, the sky, the light they don’t speak, but they remind me to breathe, to
slow down, and to see beauty in simple things. Nature tells me that life keeps
moving and changing, just like the wind or the stars. It shows me that I’m part
of something bigger, and that even small moments matter. Being in this
space helps me understand that learning isn’t just from books it’s also from
watching, feeling, and paying attention to the world around me. The way the
world works teaches me to be kind, patient, and aware, and it connects me to
others in quiet, true to self.
4. My Learning Journey 4
(School, Knowledge, Discovery)
Epistemological, Rational and Empirical Approach
A school photo or achievement memory
Reflection:
This is my achievements from past to present, I see more than awards and
certificates I see the effort, mistakes, and moments of trying again that helped
me grow. I’ve learned that real understanding doesn’t come all at once it builds
slowly through experience, curiosity, and learning from what works and what
doesn’t. What I know to be true is that knowledge isn’t just facts it’s something
that becomes part of you when you feel it, test it, and live it. Through studying
and observing, I’ve realized that truth isn’t about being perfect, but being
honest with yourself and what you learn. My achievements remind me that
learning is a journey, and belief in yourself matched with effort and real-world
practice is what gives knowledge its real power.
5. DoingPhilosophy 5
(How I reflect and Question)
SocraticMethod
A photo that represents you thinking, journaling or wondering
Reflection:
As I sit and look at the sky, I find myself thinking about wondering why
things happen, what my purpose is, and how people change. I don’t
always have clear answers, but asking these questions helps me learn
more about myself and others. I reflect by staying quiet, noticing what’s
around me, and really thinking about what matters. Just like how
philosophers ask questions to understand things better, I’ve learned to
look deeper into everyday moments and feelings. In my own way, I’m
doing philosophy not with big words, but with honest thoughts and
simple questions that help me grow. The sky doesn’t give answers, but
it makes me ask, and that’s where understanding begins.
6. The Value of Philosophy 6
(Final Reflection)
Humanism,Existentialism, Pragmatism
Any symbolic or favorite photo
Reflection:
This is my favorite photo it shows my childhood photo also because every
time I see it in my gallery I feel and miss my childhood life . I feel my life of
this photo like happiness, enjoy, and being I child. On my life of this my
focus is to play my toys , watching cartoons and nothing else to
think.Philosophy helped me see that being human means more than just
growing up it’s about learning how to care, think, and choose better. It teach
me to look at people with kindness, to understand that we’re all trying our
best. It showed me how my actions matter, how the world isn’t just big it’s
shared. I now see myself as someone who’s learning every day, someone
free to grow and try again. My photo makes that feeling real it holds my
story, my strength, and the simple truth that everyone has worth.
Assessment Criteria
Rubric for Scoring
Criteria Excellent Good Fair Needs
Improvement
Score
14
20 18 16
Depth of Deep and Thoughtful Some Very-surface-
Reflection Insightful with good connections level
connections
Application Clear and Mostly Some Little or no
of accurate accurate inaccuracies application
Philosophy application of
Philosophical
concepts
Very creative Organized
Creativity Acceptable Disorganized
and and well- with some format
Organization organized creativity
Personal Highly Some Minimal Lack personal
Meaning personal and personal personal input relevance
meaningful connection
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